LINCOLN TOWN CAR BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH PROBLEM

2000 Lincoln Town Car • 172,000 miles

All of a sudden, my gear won't shift out of park. Its stuck. And I noticed also the brake lights are not operating either, don't know if the problems are related or not. I truly appreciate your response. Also, what is the estimated cost to repair such a problem? Also, the car does start up, but just won't shift out of park.
Thank you